UW's Chadima Apologizes For Actions In Statement

POSTED: 11:17 am CST January 19, 2012
UPDATED: 11:32 am CST January 19, 2012

MADISON, Wis. -- Former University of Wisconsin Athletic Department official John Chadima released a statement on Thursday apologizing and accepting responsibility for his actions.The statement, which was released by Chadima's attorney, makes no mention of the allegations that prompted Chadima to resign earlier this month."I have resigned as associate athletic director from UW-Madison so as not to bring disrepute to the University of Wisconsin. I deeply regret leaving under these circumstances and disappointing those people with, and for whom, I have worked," he wrote. "I make no excuses and accept full responsibility."He apologized to those "have been affected by my recent lapse of judgment. I ask for their forgiveness."UW officials have already launced an investigation into an allegation of misconduct against Chadima. They've formed a four-person independent panel to lead the inquiry.Chadima was placed on administrative leave two weeks ago after an allegation of misconduct was brought forward to university officials. Chadima resigned later that day. Chadima had reported to UW athletic director Barry Alvarez.UW-Madison Interim Chancellor David Ward said said the university's independent review panel must complete its work before information is released in order to protect the integrity of the review.

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